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Points Of Interest

Dovedale Halls: Sonoda

32 Dovedale Avenue 8041 Ilam, New Zealand

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Jellie Park Pool
The Foundry
The Craic
UC Recreation Centre
Captain Bens
Canterbury Museam
Countdown Church Corner
New World Peer Street
Bush Inn Shopping Centre

Dovedale Halls: Sonoda offers affordable student accommodation in Christchurch close to several university campuses. Ideal for students looking to experience inner-city living, it’s in close proximity to University of Canterbury.

Our convenient location features a combination of comfortable rooms and shared spaces.
Learn more about our student accommodation in Christchurch and discover the perfect place to call home.

Universities Nearby

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University In Christchurch

University of Canterbury

Address

20 Kirkwood Avenue

About

Situated in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch– the second largest city in New Zealand – UC provides an immersive experience unlike many other universities. The campus’s leafy grounds provide students with a beautiful space for learning, in addition to modern facilities with cutting-edge laboratories, libraries, lecture theatres and cafés and bars where students can catch-up. With public transport options close by, and a flat cityscape getting from the university to other destinations throughout the city is easy. Nestled between Kā Tiritiri o te Moana, the majestic Southern Alps, and Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the abundant Pacific Ocean, UC offers students endless opportunities for education, exploration and recreation, with all the conveniences of an affordable modern city.

UC seeks to cultivate a spirit of curiosity that honours those who have gone before, while contributing to the pool of diverse knowledge that will in turn pass on to the next generation. UC’s renowned student clubs provide connection and community, allowing students the chance to find and be themselves and bring balance to their lives. As a top 1% university worldwide, UC empowers students and staff to overcome the challenges of the changing world, helping create a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive future for us all.

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Taxi / Ride Share: 
Both terminals have dedicated Taxi Ranks and Ride Share Zones right in front of the terminals. Cost of a taxi from the airport to the Sonoda depending on traffic is $24 - $30.

Airport Transfer:
The University of Canterbury is a short 12 minute car ride from the airport. Bus - Purple line, 125 Redwood Westlake, 19 Airport – City via Fendalton. The cost of catching an airport bus is about $8 one way.